The Halligan has been the quintessential tool in any firefighter’s arsenal since the 1940’s. Although there have been many iterations and improvements over time, I truly believe this variant is a flawless design. It’s a culmination of years of trial and error from countless firemen who came before us. The form and function of the TSR’s design is well thought through. I am on a small but busy department. Like so many, we are overworked and spread thin. Many times we are expected to perform tasks solo. I carry my TSR with a McPeak Wedge and it makes a great solo entry set not having the added weight of a flathead. The mallet head on the adze end makes driving a wedge easy for gapping. The ramp on the forks allows for more spread, the extra long adze gives me more power and the offset spike means i can roll either way. I will carry this bar until I retire, then, I’ll take it home and put it on the shelf next to my lid.